Meals on Wheels Delivery Driver - On Call

Marion Polk Food Share; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Marion Polk Food Share is seeking an On Call Meals on Wheels Delivery Driver to provide essential meal delivery services in the Salem-Keizer area. The role includes delivering meals, performing wellness checks, and maintaining communication with the Meals on Wheels staff. Ideal candidates must hold a valid driver's license and exhibit strong self-motivation and teamwork skills. This position offers flexible scheduling with shifts typically ranging from 3-4 hours daily, Monday through Friday.

Benefits

Mileage reimbursement at .56 cents per mile

5% bilingual differential for eligible candidates

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
• Complete training upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Deliver meals to clients in the Salem-Keizer area by personal vehicle.
• Pack insulated bags with meals according to route sheets.
• Conduct wellness checks during delivery.

Skills

Ability to safely drive

Ability to understand instructions

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Quality service commitment

Education

Valid driver's license

Completion of driver training with Meals on Wheels

Job description

Description

Title: Meals on Wheels Delivery Driver – On Call

Position Type: On Call Position

Salary: $18.00/ hour

This position is eligible for a 5% bilingual differential if the successful candidate meets the Food Share standard?on an oral proficiency exam.

** This position is Open Until Filled – Applications will be first reviewed on 6/16 and after that as they are received. For immediate consideration, apply by 6/23!

Daily shifts are Monday-Friday for 3-4 hours. Notice of shift availability can vary from a week in advance to morning of. Shifts may range from 2-4 days/week.

Areas of Responsibility, Evaluation and Essential Functions:

1. Report for duty between 10am-11am but no earlier than 10am, to the Center 50+ dining room for distribution.
2. Obtain assigned route sheet from staff.
3. Pack up insulated bags with meals and milk in accordance with the route sheet instructions.
4. Deliver meals to clients in the Salem-Keizer area, using a personal vehicle. Mileage reimbursement provided at .56 cents per mile.
5. Provide a general wellness check; may include taking time to chat with clients and see how they are doing.
6. At the end of your route contact the Meals on Wheels staff and let them know if you were unable to deliver the meal and had to leave a pink slip.
7. Take route sheet home and shred it or take it back to distribution the next time you deliver meals and the MOW Staff will shred it for you.
8. Contact MOW office immediately if unsafe or concerning conditions are present.
9. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

About Marion Polk Food Share
Marion Polk Food Share is the regional food bank serving Marion and Polk Counties. Support from our local community makes it possible for the Food Share to collect and distribute nutritious food for children, adults, and seniors through more than 80 partner programs, including food pantries, meal sites and home-delivered meals and to carry out programs to address the root causes of hunger.

Our Mission: “to bring people together to end hunger and its root causes.”

At the Food Share, our commitment is to:

• Treat all people as our neighbor.
• Encourage creativity and be willing to take risks.
• Listen first and seek to understand.
• Focus on shared goals.
• Celebrate diversity, ensure dignity, and act equitably.

Education and/or Experience; Certificates /Licenses/Registrations:

• Must have a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record to be insured by Food Share Insurance Company.
• Complete a new driver training with Meals on Wheels staff upon hire.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screening that excludes THC.
• Must submit to full background check, including driving record check. Depending on the position sought, a criminal conviction or arrest record does not automatically bar employment with the Food Share.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to safely drive and deliver meals in a variety of weather conditions.
• Ability to understand and carry out detailed written and/or verbal instructions independently.
• Able to work well in a team environment and take direction.
• Self-motivated and organized.
• Committed to quality service.

Job Conditions:

Work is typically performed in the Meals on Wheels dining room, in a personal vehicle, and across the Salem-Keizer community in a variety of indoor and outdoor settings. Will regularly move, lift and carry objects in excess of 30 pounds. Requires bending, stretching and reaching. During deliveries, work is subject to varying indoor and outdoor temperatures and road and walkway surfaces in all seasons.

This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked to perform other duties. You will be evaluated in part based upon your performance of the tasks listed in this job description. MPFS has the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not a contract for employment.

Remote work is NOT possible for this position.

The Food Share provides essential services to our neighbors in Marion and Polk counties. As a result, all Food Share employees may be asked to report to work during local public health, weather, or other environmental emergencies.